Food help!

[estelle_getty]

Instead of shelling out $5 for a dinky container of hummus, I've been (attempting) to make my own. So far, I've been purchasing Tahini from Wegmans, but the only Tahini I've found has been in their (kiiind of over-priced) Organic aisle

Comments

[stoplabelingme]

The very cheapest thing (if you have a food processor) is to buy bulk sesame seeds and make the tahini yourself

[stoplabelingme]

page 2 of that site:

1. Place sesame seeds into preheated nonstick skillet and cook over medium heat until lightly brown (roasted). This usually takes about 5 minutes. Stir constantly to prevent burning. When done, remove from pan onto paper towel, set aside to cool.

2. When done, place seeds into blender/food processor and process for about 30 seconds until floury texture results.
Of course, if using a mortar and pestle it will take longer than 30 seconds. It’ll be a few minutes.
3. Add liquid, garlic, and oregano. Puree and/or blend until smooth and of desired consistency..

Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts:
Nutrition (per serving): 61.1 calories; 81% calories from fat; 5.7g total fat; 0.0mg cholesterol; 1.0mg sodium; 47.3mg potassium; 2.4g carbohydrates; 1.0g fiber; 0.1g sugar; 1.3g net carbohydrates; 1.0g protein.

[estelle_getty]

Thank you so much! It's ambitious, but definitely something I'd like to try.

[tygre]

Try Super Bazaar on Sheridan. I believe they have tahini. Probably quite a bit cheaper than Wegman's, too.

Super Bazaar also sells whole and ground spices a TON cheaper than grocery stores, well worth a trip if you need any.

[estelle_getty]

Thank you! I will definitely check out Super Bazaar. I hate paying an arm and a leg for spices!

[that_redhead]

Tops on Maple Rd. has it. They have large jars of it in their international section (the aisle with the Japanese/Chinese/Indian/Middle Eastern food).

[estelle_getty]

I wonder why I've never seen it there! I've asked employees and they look at me as though I'm speaking a different language. Thank you!!

[that_redhead]

No problemo! I've thought about picking some up myself and making some hummus. It's not rocket science to make, lol.

[blehpunk]

i make the best hummus in the world. you can get tahini in the bulk section at the coop. i forget how much it is, but it's cheaper and smoother than buying it in the jar.

[estelle_getty]

Thank you! This might be the best option! I find that grocery store tahini is kind of lumpy.

[seestar_falling]

i recently came across the following recipe and i have to tell you i love it. it includes using a tahini based dressing instead and it tastes awesome. it's very reasonable to make too. check it out!

http://www.recipezaar.com/Best-Ever-Hummus-106362

[estelle_getty]

That sounds amazing!! Thank you!